Fond Farewells: Friends Co-Stars Remember Matthew Perry

Following the tragic passing of actor Matthew Perry, two of his colleagues from the hit show Friends have expressed their heartfelt tributes. Courteney Cox, who played Monica Geller, shared an emotional Instagram post, stating, "I am forever grateful for the moments I shared with you, Matty. I miss you every day." Perry, 54, tragically died last month in a drowning incident at his Los Angeles residence. Matt LeBlanc, who portrayed Joey Tribbiani, also honored his late co-star on Instagram, reflecting on their time together as some of the most cherished moments of his life. LeBlanc wrote, "It was an honor to share the stage with you and to call you my friend. I will always remember you with a smile and hold you close in my heart. Fly high, my brother. You're finally free. Much love. Oh, and I guess you get to keep the 20 bucks you owe me." Cox shared a touching anecdote about a favorite moment she had with Perry, involving a scene in London where Chandler (Perry's character) and Monica were supposed to have a one-night fling. However, due to the audience's reaction, it marked the beginning of their love story. Cox recalled Perry whispering a funny line for her to say before shooting the scene, showcasing his humor and kindness. Friends stars Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, and LeBlanc, along with Cox, were among those who attended Perry's funeral in Hollywood Hills earlier this month. In a joint statement following his passing, the cast expressed their devastation and emphasized the bond they shared, stating, "We were more than just castmates. We are a family." Matthew Perry, best known for his role as the wise-cracking Chandler Bing in Friends from 1994 to 2004, had a remarkable career. In addition to his acting talents, Perry openly addressed his battle with substance abuse and addiction, and he established a sober living facility to help others struggling with similar issues. A foundation has now been set up in his memory to continue supporting individuals dealing with the disease. As the world mourns the loss of Matthew Perry, his incredible talent and the impact he made both on and off the screen will always be remembered.